Redesigned Burn Pit Registry Helps Ease Veteran Participation & Advance Research
The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs recently announced the completely redesigned Airborne Hazards and Open Burn Pit Registry (Burn Pit Registry).
VA Doubles Down on Helping to Improve the Military-to-Civilian Transition Through Grant Program
The VA is set to award approximately $4 million in grants this year through its new program, the Veteran and Spouse Transitional Assistance Grant Program.
The PACT Act and Your VA Benefits
Unaccredited VA disability claim representatives (claims sharks) numbers continue to rise. The VSC wants to make sure Veterans and dependents know their options when it comes to applying for earned VA benefits and disability compensation. Keep reading to learn more!
VA Grants Benefits to 1.1M Veterans & Their Survivors – An All-Time Record
The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs announced that it has granted benefits to 1.1 million Veterans and their survivors, awarding $137 billion in benefits – including $127 billion in compensation and pension benefits – as of late July.
Join the VSC of Summit County at the Barberton Mum Festival
Visit the 34th annual Barberton Mum Festival and enjoy the 17,000-chrysanthemum backdrop.
Supporting Veteran Suicide Awareness: Silent Watch at Belden Village this September
The Silent Watch, a program that helps to recognize the need for Veteran suicide awareness and prevention, will take place at Belden Village this September 28.
Submit Your Summit County Veterans Service Commission ‘Veteran of the Year’ Nominee Today!
Now in its 34th year, the Summit County Veterans Service Commission “Veteran of the Year” program has opened the nomination process for submitting deserving, selfless Summit County Veteran nominations.
Reserve Your Tickets Today for the 34th Annual Veteran of the Year Recognition Dinner
Join us for our 34th annual Veteran of the Year Award Dinner Oct. 17, 2024, at the Summit County Veterans Service Commission located at 1060 E. Waterloo Road, Akron, Ohio 44306.
Register Now for the Seventh Annual James Seminaroti Golf Outing
Now in its seventh year, the James Seminaroti Benefit Golf Outing for ALS is accepting registrations for the popular fall 18-hole golf tournament.
You’re Invited: Veteran Appreciation Cookout October 26!
Ready to celebrate freedom and our local Vet community? We are! If you’re a Summit County Veteran, you’re officially invited to join us October 26, 2024, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. for free lunch, games and dog tags!
Gather Toys & Gift Card Donations Now for Summit County Vets This Holiday Season
Watch those shopping circulars and keep your eyes open for discounted toys to collect for the upcoming holiday VSC of Summit County Toys & Gift Card Drive!
